It may take some time and effort to separate the wheat from the chaff,

You must shepherd your lost sheep,

Comfort it with a big hug even during sleep,

There is soulmate for everyone,

Sometimes spiritual matters get lost when people are just looking for fun.

Celebration

Images pour forth with great strides,

Reflections spread out on all sides,

Movements glide forth like tides,

From the bright shine of the Sun,

Light bursts outward – like a homerun,

In the air – fragrance of cinnamon wafts, from hot cross buns,

The sights are awesome all around,

So much celebration and sound,

Singers and dancers abound,

At the carnival are seen great sights,

Clowns with smiles brighter than lights,

Jugglers so precise – spinning objects like dice,

With the sweet smell of cotton candy in the air,

Mimes mimicking one another with flair,

The circus tent is the lions’ new lair,

Audience sits in suspense, as the tight rope walker starts to tread,

Spectators munch softly on gingerbread,

Elephants move only as led,

Crack of the whip starts the show,

Shining ornaments, on ponies, cause the tent to glow,

Everyone can see centre stage – no matter their row,

Each seat has a gift wrapped with a bow,

Acrobats flip about, and steal the show,

Celebration and cheer all around – every smile seems to glow.

Poetry by Zack Steel, published Poet. Review more of his compositions on BigPitch.ca

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Sat, 15 Oct 2016 22:36:34 +0000http://www.bigpitch.ca/?p=1191Recently I was speaking with my friend about thinking. It might seem like a strange topic and slightly odd. But, even while not being an official Philosopher, I felt I could contribute to this discussion in a thoughtful way.

I had just completed reading a book specifically about thinking. Having read this book numerous times, I am slowly beginning to understand how to think. Is it an obvious process that everyone knows how to postulate an idea and then they consider that they have thought? Not exactly correct. On the average, it might seem that thought processes begin through the pursuit of knowledge. Then, once one has attained that knowledge, one will make an effort to understand the knowledge and thereby possibly come to understand the knowledge. Then one will gain wisdom from having the understanding of the knowledge and use this wisdom to learn and grow through acquiring additional knowledge. This is one possible method for thinking.

But there is another perspective on the thinking process and its development. What if we first suppose that one should first focus on refining our faculty of thought and our thinking processes? Then having achieved this goal, we will we strive to develop wisdom and refine our faculty of thought. Through having developed our ability to develop wisdom and having refined our faculty of thought, we will come to understand our own process of thinking and realize how we acquire knowledge within our brain and within our being. Thereafter we can now strive to acquire knowledge and be able to utilize the knowledge practically.

There is clearly an Internet and it seems to be a vast database of inter-connected systems (servers & ports), housing and referring massive amount of information (data) and routing it to various search engines. Is it a bizarre postulation that perhaps the real Internet is really the world as a whole in which we exist? That perhaps we are the portals, servers connected to various ports, comprising a network and receiving and distributing data to the world through our very existence. Just through our perceiving, processing, thinking, refining, developing & redistributing data we are being shaped and shaping the construct – the world.

It is not so important what we search for on the internet or what great information it contains. It is of greatest importance how we interact with the data; and simultaneously are the data, which powers the construct of which we are simultaneously composed.

Based in part of the works of Schneur Zalman, of Liadi – The TANYA – Through My Continuous Reading of this Great Work I Have Come to Think Differently.

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Mon, 22 Aug 2016 20:30:17 +0000http://www.bigpitch.ca/?p=1329Let us ponder collective intentionality, and the power of effectiveness; for causative change, in a revealed domain. Let us postulate an integrated system that operates with precise synchronicity and spans the entire construct on levels. Let us further query into the interconnectedness of mind, collective unconscious and the wisdom that is the bridge which joins these modes. Finally, let us delve into the ability to perceive with clarity through the screens of fabrication and concealment that morph, distort and convolute the oneness into multiplicity.

Collective intentionality has the power to shape reality and to effect change through causation, only within a revealed domain. For intentionality defines the shape and structure of reality. Through an agreement the perceived and perceivable are able to be viewed. The colors, voids, defined terms and modes of expression exist through the collective intentional agreement. Perception with the domain is variably different from perceptiveness beyond it. For at each level the domain is invariably modified in a state of flux. Through the flux change there is the potential for change through a joint intentionality of the collective whole.

The integrated system that operates with precise synchronicity and spans the entire construct on all levels is the modality which is imbedded within level of the ultimate construct, within which all of the levels are contained. The possibility for integration of the system and its operation of synchronicity is possible through the collective intentionality as whole, without any division. A perceived division is subjective, but does not exist for the objective perspective, except as an illusion of mind.

A query into the interconnectedness of Mind, collective unconscious and the wisdom that is the bridge, which joins these modes will provide for enlightenment of the obscured. The interconnectedness of Mind is facilitated through wisdom. The sharing of wisdom through a joint modality provides for illumination for the collective unconscious and the spanned Mind which is interconnected among all members who connect to the portal of the modality through the level of wisdom which has been defined. A definition for the modality of the wisdom required at the precise level for integration was established at the joining of the collective interconnected Mind and exists in a defined state within the construct. But beyond the construct into various levels it exists in a state of flux that is shaped by the members as permitted within the defined parameters for morphing.

The ability to perceive with clarity through the screens of fabrication and concealment that morph, distort and convolute the oneness into multiplicity is the specific goal. This process can be commenced upon through removing the screens of fabrication by focusing the graspable levels of light and focusing the light with high intensity into opaque screens. This will provide for enhanced perception and conversion of the screens into portals and vessels for further encapsulation of the light. In the absence of the focused light perception is convoluted to the point of abstraction. Through the obscuration of the light there is initiated a process morphing and distortion.

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Fri, 15 Jul 2016 17:46:59 +0000http://bigpitch.ca/?p=53790This is the Gateway to Finance for New Canadian Professionals

How does an international banking professional begin their career here in Canada? By pursuing the gateway to finance professional can achieve success. To land on the right foot, a financial professional, from a foreign marketing background, must start out in a non-traditional role. Embarking on a job, at a financial services company, such as Clarica, could be the correct move for a new Canadian to make; especially if they have aspirations to work for a bank, or related employer in the future.

While this type of job might only pay commission and / or a small base salary, or offer a draw against future earnings; there are benefits for pursuing this path. Firstly, this type of work will allow one to get their feet wet in the financial services industry, and to become familiar with local, and national laws and regulatory practices, for the financial sector in Canada. Secondly, one will become familiar with industry specific terminology, and work practices. Thirdly, one will make contacts in the banking sector, which could result in a job offer at a future time.

To reach the upper echelon of the financial ladder, sometimes one must begin humbly, and start a few notches lower on the totem pole, than one might desire. Thereafter, one can aim high. Based on their acquired reputation in the financial services industry, one will eventually reach great heights.

Our role in the employment services industry is to survey the marketplace. Our goal is to find out what are the best starting points for New Canadians to expediently set newcomers on the right path. We do this by directing them to community-based groups, which are usually financed by the government; or in some cases by philanthropists, who want these supports to be in place to benefit the community.

Having worked diligently to amass their fortunes, these captains of industry want to help newcomers, and those who have recently entered the job-market, to easily advance in their market-sector. Obstacles that newcomers and native-born workers will face are similar. These challenges can include: language (industry specific terminology), culture (corporate culture) and social norms.

To be successful in the financial services industry, you will need to understand the structure the financial world and know the inner workings of it in the country and region where you plan to work. Without the right tools, which are to be gained through the accumulation of knowledge and diligent work efforts, you will not have the remuneration you had planned.

You need the expertise of a Financial Advisor to evaluate your financial situation. Knowing how much money you have for spending and for saving is crucial. Some of your money may already be allocated; but it can be converted into cash. While other investments could be invested for a set term. You could have a savings account that is not offering a competitive rate of interest. A Financial Advisor can help you to realize better options for investing your money; with a bank or other financial institution.

A Financial Advisor could help you earn maximum earn on you principal investment. Perhaps you could earn more interest on your money by investing it in mutual funds. Mutual funds provide the opportunity, to have your money professionally invested in a group of stocks; as part of an organized portfolio. Your money will be managed – by a licensed and fully trained – fund manager, who has accredited designations, from the Canadian Securities Institute. A Financial Advisor can guarantee that your money is assigned to a reputable Fund Manager. A Financial Advisor has been properly trained and received relevant certifications. A Financial Advisor has a wealth of experience and can maximize the potential of your portfolio.

You need the expertise of a Financial Advisor, to determine if you have adequate insurance. Perhaps you have many insurance policies and are uncertain as to the full benefits of coverage. You may be paying too much money for the coverage provided. A Financial Advisor can review your policies, to ensure that you have relevant insurance coverage. Your insurance products should be tailored to your lifestyle and long term goals. Some policies can be redeemed for their full value if not used. A Financial Advisor can review your policies with you, to make sure that you will be able to receive the maximum benefits.

A Financial Advisor can evaluate your mortgage insurance policy. You will need sufficient coverage to protect the balance of your mortgage. Do you know if your current coverage is sufficient? Do you know the benefits of having privately held insurance, to cover a mortgage balance? A Financial Advisor can provide you with options for mortgage insurance, which can cover you, regardless of your age, which may not be the situation with your current lender.

Retirement planning is another arena where a Financial Advisor can provide reliable guidance. Will you have enough money to retire? Will you have to pay penalties or fees when you cash-out your Registered Retirement Savings Plan or Registered Retirement Income Fund? Do you know all of the details, on the benefits of government retirement benefits? Are you aware of the available options, such as; Canada Pension Plan, Canada Pension Plan Post-Retirement Benefit, Old Age Security, Guaranteed Income Supplement, Low Income Allowance, and International Benefits, if you worked in or lived in another country? A Financial Advisor can provide specialized advice. A Financial Advisor will make sure you are aware of various strategies for ensuring a stable retirement; as well as many other possibilities.

For more details, please visit: BigPitch.ca to complete a contact form for a Financial Advisor to follow-up with you.

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Wed, 13 Aug 2014 17:18:04 +0000http://bigpitch.ca/?p=3455What is a domain name exactly? A set of words or a phrase, numbers or symbols or a mixture of all components, combined with an extension, known as Generic Top-Level Domain. There is even a day designated for Domain Names – known as World Domain Day: worlddomainday.com

Domain names are forms of online real estate, which are are bought and sold, like commodities on a stock exchange: The Domain Exchange. Pre-Registration and Priority Registrations of new domain extensions are available at high prices to ensure the likelihood of one being able to obtain one’s preferred domain name. If there are many bidders for a new Generic Top-Level domain, then the domain name will be auctioned. This entire procedure is in place even before the domain is even sold.

Once a domain name is sold, the successful purchaser can either utilize the domain name for a website or as forwarding domain. Or one can list the domain name for sale at auction. An auction can last for a day or a week or for another set period. One can also list the domain for sale, as a Buy Now or Make Offer posting, with a minimum reserve price.

If one uses the domain name and then does not renew it, then one can lose the right to use it; but not immediately. Instead, one will receive e-mails from the registrar, indicating that one should renew the domain name by a certain date or lose it. Even at this point one can still sell the domain name or perhaps redeem it. If one waits too long to renew the domain name then the cost to use it can increase exponentially, and include an administration fee; as well as a renewal fee.

All of these bizarre processes would otherwise require an accredited course from a reputable school. Where can one take such a course, to become a domain name professional? Is there a College or University, which offers a course on Domaining? Should one need a license to buy and sell domains? They are a form of intellectual property. Some words or phrases could be trademarked and owned by a business. Perhaps a course would be a good idea.

Thorough research about various searchable trademark databases should be conducted before one begins purchasing domain names, especially if there is a advertising, copywriting or marketing focus to the domain names to be registered. This will ensure that one has done due diligence to prevent infringing on the intellectual property of another company, entity or person.

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Tue, 12 Aug 2014 02:33:27 +0000http://bigpitch.ca/?p=3450How many Webinars can there be in a week? Every day I receive invitations to attend webinars on a variety of topics. But how can I choose which one’s are relevant to me personally? How can I determine which one’s offer useful information, which could help me professionally? Perhaps some webinars may not offer useful information and instead are just platforms for sales pitches. .

Should I prepare to take notes during the online seminar, or can I rely on the the presenter to send me slides of his / her presentation? Will I receive a copy of the webinar if I I am unable to attend?

To maximize one’s time one should consider these points and perhaps e-mail the webinar organizer with specific questions before registering for a webinar.

Webinars are an opportunity to interact with many participants via video conference. There is usually an initial presentation by a keynote speaker through video, or the presenter may speak, simultaneously during a slideshow.

Usually webinars exist for the purpose of selling intellectual property, offer advice or sell an online lecture series. Webinars that have a fee may still offer an initial free seminar for the first meeting, as a sample. There is usually very little or no valuable information provided during the first complimentary session.

The sample session is a great opportunity for prospective students to quiz the host on the value of signing up, as well as a great time to inquire about the structure of the lecture series. Finding out if one will receive a copy of any slides or summaries of each daily or weekly lecture by e-mail is an important query. Also, it is important to know if one can view a recorded video of a missed lecture at a later time and date. Perhaps the host offers access to account where there is a media library that contains all relevant presentation tools, to be accessible by paid members or students upon successful verified login.

During the initial complimentary session one will want to determine if the webinars will fit into one’s schedule and ask if there are alternative schedules, if one is unable to attend at the initial set time. Even if there may be recorded sessions one will most likely want to be able to attend live seminars to be able to ask questions and to be able to hear in real time what other students are asking the host.

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Tue, 12 Aug 2014 02:31:25 +0000http://bigpitch.ca/?p=3448Have you ever had a sales person call you to make sales pitch or to promote an idea? Perhaps the sales person asked you many questions about your company. Possibly the sales person complimented you on your career accomplishments or the success of your business.

Is there a difference between a hard sell, and a soft sell sales presentation? In a direct sales campaign the sales person will upsell the value of a product or service, and create an imaginary need for everyone to acquire it. This strategy usually involves a lot of fast talking, upbeat phrases, and seems to be full of high energy. Whereas, in an indirect sales approach, the sales person will be more focused on assessing the requirements of the customer, and the applicability of the product or service.

It is bizarre that the presentation of the sales person can influence a potential customer to purchase something that one may not have initially desired. Yet based on the projected emotions of joy or happiness in favor of the sale (by the sales person), one will almost feel obligated to buy what is being pitched.

Following a precise sales cycle or employing a sales strategy is key to making sales often. If a prospective client inquires about your product or service, be sure to reply to the inquiry withing a short period of time. If the prospect called your office, they are shopping around for prices and estimates. You do not want one of your competitors to secure the sale meant for your company. When you make your reply call be sure to have notes from the initial inquiry. You do not want to ask questions that may have already been answered during the initial inquiry. Also, have a note pad handy for making notes, during your call. Even if you use a laptop or other type of computer, taking notes manually is best. A unique thought process occurs when you put pen to paper to write something down.

Regardless of the type of sales strategy is utilized, one should be sure to pause, and consider whether one really wants to buy something before making a purchase. Should one ask the sales person to call later – so that one can properly evaluate one’s desire to buy what is being promoted – then sales person will seem insistent that one quickly purchase the item. This is not right. One should be confident that one knows what one wants or does not want to buy.

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Tue, 29 Jul 2014 18:07:19 +0000http://bigpitch.ca/?p=3413Is there a rhythm to conversations? Is there a pattern to the dialogue of a discussion? Does the tone of speech and inflection affect the way message is delivered to the recipient?

Perhaps there is a rhythm to sales as well. The sound of confident sales person speaking, using relevant industry jargon and expressing one’s voice with enthusiasm is of great comfort to a prospective purchaser. In a way, a relationship is being built through a sales call. Every relationship has two or more parties. To be successful both parties or more must clearly understand the mutual needs of the other(s) and be willing to work towards catering to them.

A potential customer will be more likely to complete a purchase, if the sales person has good manners and cheerful countenance. The ability to make small talk and to speak in terms that are relevant to the prospective customer’s interests will prove valuable in securing a sale. A one-off is not the goal of a seasoned sales professional. Instead, a true sales guru will want to build a long-term relationship for multiple sales well into the future.

As long as the salesperson ensures that goods are delivered on time and on budget the customer will be satisfied and want to buy many items through the same salesperson. Rapport and fulfilled sales orders are the essential key to an open door of a continuous sales process.

It is important that the sales pitch be concise yet informative. The sales person should speak in an upbeat manner and definitely be smiling. Even if the consumer cannot see through the phone; a smiling representative will project a joyful presence, which gets transmitted through vibrations through the line. Sitting up straight, maintaining good posture and taking notes on the customers comments are useful strategies for ensuring high sales levels.

There is a rhythm to a sale. Like any interaction, both parties should find the discussion interesting and informative, but not boring. A star sales representative should keep sentences short and to the point and maintain a constant rhythm to their pattern of speech. This will ensure a lower call to sale ratio, with more leads maximized to the fullest potential. Maximized sales will likely result in increased revenues for the soon too be wealthy salesperson. Is this sales guru someone you know or perhaps it is you? Make your best presentation and be enriched by being a rhythmic sales wizard.

Some estimates indicate that Baby Boomers (born between 1946 and 1964) currently account for as much as 46 percent of the Canadian workforce. In addition, according to Statistics Canada, it is likely that one out of every four people in the labour force will be 55 years or over by 2021 (see http://www.statcan.gc.ca/pub/11-010-x/2011008/part-partie3-eng.htm).

With an aging population and looming skills shortage, your organization might be in a position to hire more experienced workers over the next few years. This article will cover some of the areas that you may wish to consider for your organization:

Flexibility

The needs of more experienced workers are not the same as those of a younger generation. For example, health and medical benefits, hours and time off may be more important for a more experienced worker. It’s important to be flexible and accommodate when it’s possible to do so – one uniform policy for all your employees might not be adequate.

Compensation

Experienced workers, with years of savings and perhaps a house paid off, may not need as high a compensation package as they were accustomed to in the past and may be willing to work for less than they previously earned. For that reason, you might be able to get someone with more experience with a competitive compensation plan.

Leadership

More experienced workers can bring leadership skills to your organization. Allow them to show their leadership but also communicate with them as to who makes the final decisions if it’s not them.

“We Used to Do it This Way”

Some experienced workers may refer to their previous experiences to come up with solutions, alternatives and recommendations. Respect this experience as it can help you in your organization and will give them comfort that you value their knowledge.

Threatened Younger Managers

There may be younger managers that can feel threatened in managing more experienced workers. Provide training and communicate with younger managers as to the differences of an older generation of workers and how to manage them if necessary.

Reward Differently

While a younger employee might find a bonus rewarding, a more experienced worker may appreciate other types of recognition such as time off. Be aware of these differences and ask them how they would like to be rewarded.

Stability

Experienced workers can provide stability to your organization. Younger employees may be more inclined to want to climb the corporate ladder and move to another organization to get new opportunities. A more experienced worker may appreciate the stability of working in one position with one organization “until they retire”.

Bias

Be aware of bias towards not hiring employees of a particular generation. Not only could this be a Human Rights issue, but you might not be doing what’s best for your organization overall.

Retraining

As technology continues to change the workplace each day, your organization might need to spend resources on providing training/retraining for more experienced workers. Be aware that not every generation grew up with all the technology and speed of the technological changes that are occurring today.

Conclusion

The growth in the more experienced labour force is happening now. The first of the huge group of Baby Boomers is beginning to reach 65 years of age and many of them are not ready to retire for a variety of reasons. An organization that invests in more experienced workers can build a more balanced culture, improve retention and ultimately a stronger organization.

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Marc Belaiche is a CPA, CA and is President of TorontoJobs.ca, an Internet recruitment business and recruiting firm located in the Greater Toronto Area. Marc is also the author of the book “Tales from the Recruiter”. Marc has been in the recruitment industry since 1995. TorontoJobs.ca allows companies to post their positions online, search a resume database to find candidates, provides full temporary and permanent recruitment and outplacement services. TorontoJobs.ca also allows candidates to search and apply to positions directly online and get career, interviewing and resume tips all at no charge. Marc is also President of TorontoEntrepreneurs.ca, an organization geared towards business owners (seewww.TorontoEntrepreneurs.ca) and has the annual Toronto Entrepreneurs Conference (see www.TorontoEntrepreneurs.ca/conference). You can reach Marc at marc.belaiche@torontojobs.ca and check out TorontoJobs.ca at www.TorontoJobs.ca.